The origin of the word pilgrim is that of peregrine and ‘comes from abroad’. It’s a fascinating etymology. Pilgrims and Peregrines by Jessjenison (2013)

Pilgrim
A sign pointing to peregrine falcons on the Berwickshire Coastal Path

For more information on ‘peregrini: pilgrim, way and bird ~ links to Irish and Welsh peregrini myths’ please see this link.

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